One of the problems of working on an old tractor is that you don't know what was done before you got it. I've seem some really crazy stuff. That just means you have to be really careful and check everything out.
If I where going to pull that top cover again, I would be really careful at going over it. Its also time for a new piston o-ring and backup washer. I would definitely replace that unloader valve o-ring. These come with a top cover gasket kit, but I prefer to get mine from CNH. But that's my preference, others use the kit.
Do check that cam follower pin. If its not perfect, then replace it. The I&T manual will show you how to adjust the linkage. I would also pull the touch control lever hub and replace the cork friction washer under it. That could be the cause of resistance you feel at the upper end of travel.
That is the bare minimum I would do. If you pull a plow, plan on doing some work on the draft control system.
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